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Guernsey weather in December (Guernsey island, United Kingdom)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Guernsey during December? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

The typical weather for December in Guernsey includes moderate temperatures and high rainfall. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 12°C, cooling down at night to around 9°C.

Precipitation

Guernsey in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 131 mm for the month. This is the wettest month of the year, so having an umbrella ready is a smart choice. This month experiences about 19 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 61 hours of sun. It's ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Guernsey. July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Guernsey climate page with graphs.

 

Guernsey, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 9°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 12°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 62%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 131 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  
SunshineSunshine 61 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 22%  

Where to go in the United Kingdom in December

Find out more about the weather in the United Kingdom and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
5/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Guernsey.

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